Co+op

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Co+op

Co+op represents a network of community-owned grocery stores across the country. Unlike corporate chains, each co-op is totally independent and owned by the community members who shop. Co-ops are on a mission to make sure everyone has access to healthy, delicious food. Find us on Facebook, YouTube and Pinterest.

Getting Great Food: Food Co-ops

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Co-ops are locally owned grocery stores—with a delicious difference. What sets them apart?

Food for Thought

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We all want to eat great-tasting food. But food that goes beyond delicious, nourishing our bodies, our environment, and our local economy, is really great food.

Eating Vegan

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When it comes to special diets, veganism inspires many questions: What is it? What can and can't you eat? Why choose a vegan diet?

How to Contact Congress

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Contacting Congress is an easy and effective way to positively impact issues you care about. Check out our simple tips.

Understanding Food Labels

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Choosing new foods and flavors for your family can be fun. But do you know how to identify the foods that best fit into your balanced diet? If not, learning your way around a Nutrition Facts label can help.

Food Glossary

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What's the difference between free-range and grass-fed? Here's some clarity on common food labels and terms.

What is a GMO?

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Genetically modified organisms (GMOs)—foods produced in the laboratory to meet precise individual specifications—are making their way to our tables today. So if we are what we eat, what exactly is a GMO?

In the Bulk Section

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More and more shoppers are being enticed into the bulk aisles of their food stores—and for good reason! Buying in bulk is great for your budget and the environment—and it’s a fun way to shop too.